Question: Why does the 5 pin matter for strikes?
Answer:
The 5 pin sits directly behind the 1–3 pocket path. A ball with proper entry angle drives it backward into the rear pins. If your 5 pin barely moves, the ball isn't driving through the rack, and corners will stand.
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